Summary

Dr. Brian Furukawa is a board-certified internal medicine physician with specialized training in pulmonology who brings two decades of medical experience to his practice. He earned his medical degree from Loma Linda University School of Medicine and completed his residency at San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education - Army in 2009. Dr. Furukawa further advanced his expertise through a fellowship at Medical University of South Carolina, which he completed in 2016. He provides care in English to patients seeking comprehensive internal medicine and lung specialist services.

Dr. Furukawa practices at Baylor Scott & White Clinic in Temple, Texas, and maintains hospital affiliations with Loma Linda University Children's Hospital. His pulmonology expertise focuses on managing complex breathing conditions, including COPD and chronic lung disease. He regularly performs diagnostic blood work such as complete blood counts and comprehensive metabolic panels to monitor his patients' overall health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Furukawa highly for his care, giving him an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 20 years of experience
  • 20 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Medical University of South Carolina
  • 8 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me
  • Flexible scheduling

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Baylor Scott & White Clinic - Temple

2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Med School: Loma Linda University School of Medicine (Education) Med School: UT Health Science Center at San Antonio Med School: Duke University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Brian Furukawa

  • Aetna
  • Ascension Health
  • Ascension Health - PPO
  • Baylor Scott & White Health Plan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • FirstCare Health Plans
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Superior HealthPlan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Brian Furukawa has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Brian Furukawa has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Pulmonology
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Texas, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Fellowship

Medical University of South Carolina2016

Residency

San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education - Army2009

Medical School

Loma Linda University School of Medicine (Education)Graduated in 2006

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Dr. Brian Furukawa affiliated with?
Dr. Brian Furukawa is affiliated with Loma Linda University Childrens Hospital.
What languages does Dr. Brian Furukawa speak?
Dr. Brian Furukawa speaks English.
Does Dr. Brian Furukawa accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Brian Furukawa accepts on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Brian Furukawa's office located?
Dr. Brian Furukawa's office is located at 2401 S 31st St, Temple, TX, 76508.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Brian Furukawa?
You can find contact information for Dr. Brian Furukawa here on Vitals.

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